Hi, we’re Sense and Nous.
We help society’s do gooders do better.
Welcome to a boutique consulting firm that partners with people creating positive change in society, and help them to actualize their impact.
Sense and nous means the heart and the mind.
We strive to bring a careful balance of this duality to every project.
Here’s some great organizations we’ve helped throughout the years.
Here’s some great organizations we’ve helped throughout the years.
Our recent thinking.
"Nobody likes conflict, but sweeping things under the rug ultimately causes more damage than addressing things directly." —Sharon Rivkin, M.A., M.F.T.
With the implementation phase complete, it’s time to reflect on the changes, celebrate the successes, and learn from the challenges.
The stage is now set for the practical aspects of their transformation journey. This pivotal phase marks the transition from planning to action – where strategies are implemented, communication managed, and attitudes shaped to drive success.
Sense and Nous is here to help the University of Lily Meadow navigate transformation with our expertise. Our story starts with a crucial first step: laying a solid foundation for change.
Our recent thinking.
"Nobody likes conflict, but sweeping things under the rug ultimately causes more damage than addressing things directly." —Sharon Rivkin, M.A., M.F.T.
With the implementation phase complete, it’s time to reflect on the changes, celebrate the successes, and learn from the challenges.
The stage is now set for the practical aspects of their transformation journey. This pivotal phase marks the transition from planning to action – where strategies are implemented, communication managed, and attitudes shaped to drive success.
Sense and Nous is here to help the University of Lily Meadow navigate transformation with our expertise. Our story starts with a crucial first step: laying a solid foundation for change.
As the merger journey continues, it's time to translate decisions into action and bring the merger to fruition.
After completing the feasibility study, the next step in a merger process is navigating the Go/No Go decision.
If a workplace conflict should take a turn for the worse, following these 5 tips can help you stay strong and confident as you facilitate a resolution.
Next time you encounter a conflict with a colleague, use these five steps to approach the conflict head-on.
As a reflection of 2022, I want to share the eight tenets that helped me to stay focused, in control and even keeled.
Rather than looking at time off as the only solution for employee burnout, leaders need to also focus on tackling the root of the issues.
Policies are helpful to provide guides on keeping everyone in check, but the greatest task comes with the behaviour change required to see the policies implemented in a meaningful way.
As leaders, I am proposing that we act as the Chief Time Officer for our teams. Be the Auditor, Steward and Investment Manager of the most important resource on any team – time.
It is human nature to highlight the benefits that will come along with change. However, what happens if the change will actually result in a negative outcome for your team?
We must be very intentional when we consider who team-building sessions are serving and what we can do to create meaningful experiences for our teams.
The best way to empower your team is by tapping into their insights and expertise, mentoring them to build their confidence, and inspiring them to achieve their version of success.
By breaking down the hierarchy and being on the same level as your team, you will be better prepared with the resources to prevent burnout and increase engagement.
How do you start the transition of returning to work in a time where the future is so futile? You must answer the ‘why’ and work back from there. And having a future vision is the why.
Follow these four guiding principles as you start the process of your own transition to a four day work week.